Fair Housing Council of Riverside County

City of Murrieta Anniversary
2021-09-04 | CA

Tenant Rights and Responsibilities Workshop
2021-11-18 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | Zoom
Has your landlord:
Treated you unfairly or discriminated against you because you were born in another country?
Asked about your citizenship or immigration status?
Treated you unfairly because you have children?
If so, please come join us for a FREE workshop that will teach you to protect your rights as a renter.
Zoom ID: 735 332 6369
For next steps, more information, or any questions please contact:
Fair Housing Council of Riverside County
4164 Brockton Ave Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 672-6581
(800) 655-1812
fhcrc@fairhousing.net
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Tenant Rights and Responsibilities Workshop - Spanish
2021-11-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
Taller gratis sobre los Derechos y las Responsabilidades delInquilino
El propietario:
¿Le ha tratado injustamente o discriminado porque usted nació en otro país?
¿Le ha preguntado sobre su ciudadanía o estado de inmigración?
¿Le ha tratado injustamente porque tienes hijos?
¡Si esto aplica acompáñanos a un taller para aprender más!
Zoom ID: 735 332 6369
Para más información, o cualquier pregunta, por favor contáctenos al:
Fair Housing Council of Riverside County
4164 Brockton Ave Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 672-6581
(800) 655-1812
fhcrc@fairhousing.net
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Thanksgiving Basket Giveaway
2021-11-23 08:00 - 11:00 | White Park, 3936 Chestnut St, Riverside, CA, 92501, United States
Fair Housing Thanksgiving Giveaway will be located at White Park (Market Street Entrance) in Riverside,CA. All need to be Pre-registered. Riverside and Jurupa Valley Residents Only (Zip Codes 92501 to 92509).
You must pre-register starting October 12, 2021.
Sign up by telephone only (951) 682-6581
Ask for Juanita (extension 103)
First Come First Served

First Time Homebuyer Workshop (Webinar)
2021-12-18 09:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
A Free Educational Workshop (Webinar)

If you dream of owning your own home, attend our free workshop and you will learn the steps required to purchase a home, including how to qualify for first-time homebuyer benefits and programs. Learn how to access various city, county and state programs to cover most of the costs you will be faced with to purchase your first home. Potential homebuyers are provided with valuable instruction on all important pre-purchase decisions and how to qualify for a home loan in this informative, interactive workshop.

What You’ll Learn

The Importance of Budgeting
Mortgage Loan Process
The Home buying Process
Finding The Right Home
Identifying predatory lending
How Credit scores impact you
Down Payment Assistance

FUNDING PARTNERS: HUD • RCAC • Bank of America • Wells Fargo Bank
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2022 Housing Conference
2022-04-27 08:00 - 17:00 | Riverside Convention Center, 3637 Fifth Street, Riverside, CA, 92501, United States
The Fair Housing Council of Riverside County, Inc. (FHCRC) will host the 2022 Housing Conference on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 in honor of National Fair Housing Month. The Housing Conference not only commemorates the accomplishments made in Fair Housing, it also brings together community nonprofits, government officials, lenders, builders, developers, policymakers, housing providers, Realtors and community leaders to discuss the future of housing in the Inland Empire. The event includes keynote speakers, breakout sessions and draws in over 300 persons annually. The theme for the conference this year is “Housing Solutions Post Pandemic”.
Some of the topics that will be discussed include:

Innovative housing development for both single family and multi-family units.
Strategies to eliminate the excessive costs of developing and building housing.
Homeless Prevention and Key Solutions.
Financial literacy barriers and lending trends that impact the sales market.
Fair Housing regulations that affect HUD funded programs as well as Fair Housing trends.

Confirmed speakers include:

Welcome/Closing Remarks

Congressman Mark Takano
Assemblymember Sabrina Cervantes

Keynote Speakers

Fiona Ma, CA State Treasurer
John Husing, Economist

Panel Speakers

Kevin Stein, Deputy Director California Reinvestment Corporation
Christopher Brancart, Fair Housing Attorney

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Virtual Housing Town Hall Series - Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)
2022-04-29 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
2022 Virtual Town Hall Series – Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)
Discussion, exchange experiences, knowledge, provide innovation, and learn about the latest topics in housing.
Topics

Prevalence of Domestic Violence, trends.
Restraining Orders
Does/can a landlord evict perp, victim, or both?
Can a landlord deny housing unit based on documented history of domestic violence?
Can a landlord enforce a lease agreement if DV victim needs to relocate for safety?

Virtual Housing Town Hall Series - Criminal History/Credit Screening
2022-05-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
2022 Virtual Town Hall Series – Criminal History/Credit Screening
Discussion, exchange experiences, knowledge, provide innovation, and learn about the latest topics in housing.
Topics

Ex-Felon, Ex-Convict
Screening Policy
Third Party Screening
Is Landlord responsible for 3rd party screening errors or violations?
Keeping credit reports on file/providing copy to applicant upon denial.
Felonies and misdemeanors
Length of time since offense occurred.

Virtual Housing Town Hall Series - Emotional Support/Service Animals
2022-05-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
2022 Virtual Town Hall Series – Emotional Support/Service Animals
Discussion, exchange experiences, knowledge, provide innovation, and learn about the latest topics in housing.
Topics

Over the weight limit
Species and breed restrictions.
Certification required to receive Reasonable accommodation
Private vs public housing.
Loud, destructive or aggressive animals

Virtual Housing Town Hall Series - Sexual Harassment Policy
2022-05-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
2022 Virtual Town Hall Series – Sexual Harassment Policy
Discussion, exchange experiences, knowledge, provide innovation, and learn about the latest topics in housing.
Topics

Potential Applicants
Only a child present when worker comes to make repairs or inspection.
Employees dating or having romantic encounters with residents.
Being close friends, going to parties or social gatherings with residents.

The Rent Too High - The Key to Finding Affordable Housing
2022-06-02 09:00 - 13:00 | Riverside City Hall
Counselors on Site

Pre-purchasing Counseling
Household Budgeting
Down Payment Assistance
Foreclosure Prevention
Credit Counseling

First Time Homebuyer Workshop
2022-08-20 09:00 - 13:00, 2022-09-10 09:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
RSVP Required: 1-800-655-1812 or 1-951-682-6581
If you dream of owning your own home, attend our free workshop and you will learn the steps required to purchase a home, including how to qualify for first-time homebuyer benefits and programs. Learn how to access various city, county and state programs to cover most of the costs you will be faced with to purchase your first home. Potential homebuyers are provided with valuable instruction on all important pre-purchase decisions and how to qualify for a home loan in this informative, interactive workshop.
What You Will Learn:

The Importance of Budgeting
Mortgage Loan Process
The Home buying Process
Finding The Right Home
Identifying predatory lending
How Credit scores impact you
Down Payment Assistance

Certified by Housing Urban Development (HUD) to certify First Time Home Buyers
Funding Partners: Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Wakeland Corp, Union Bank, US Bank and City of Riverside
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Champions for Justice
2022-09-22 18:00 - 21:00 | Riverside Convention Center, 3637 Fifth Street, Riverside, CA, 92501, United States
Honoring Champions Jose Medina, Cindy Roth, Dan Hantman, Ricardo Loretta, The Group, Sam Mason, Harold Dennis, St. Michael’s Episcopal Church after a 3 year COVID hiatus.

First Time Homebuyer Workshop - Spanish
2022-09-24 09:00 - 13:00 | Virtual

First Time Homebuyer Workshop
2022-10-08 09:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
RSVP Required: 1-800-655-1812 or 1-951-682-6581
If you dream of owning your own home, attend our free workshop and you will learn the steps required to purchase a home, including how to qualify for first-time homebuyer benefits and programs. Learn how to access various city, county and state programs to cover most of the costs you will be faced with to purchase your first home. Potential homebuyers are provided with valuable instruction on all important pre-purchase decisions and how to qualify for a home loan in this informative, interactive workshop.
What You Will Learn:

The Importance of Budgeting
Mortgage Loan Process
The Home buying Process
Finding The Right Home
Identifying predatory lending
How Credit scores impact you
Down Payment Assistance

Certified by Housing Urban Development (HUD) to certify First Time Home Buyers
Funding Partners: Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Wakeland Corp, Union Bank, US Bank and City of Riverside
Please scan the QR code below to complete the in-take form prior to the event.

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First Time Homebuyer Workshop
2022-11-05 09:00 - 17:00, 2022-11-19 09:00 - 17:00, 2022-12-17 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-01-07 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-01-28 09:00 - 17:00 | Mission Heritage Plaza, 3933 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA, 92501, United States
RSVP Required: https://bit.ly/3VFUMdO +1-951-682-6581 ext152 or gjarrin@fairhousing.net
If you dream of owning your own home, attend our free workshop and you will learn the steps required to purchase a home, including how to qualify for first-time homebuyer benefits and programs. Learn how to access various city, county and state programs to cover most of the costs you will be faced with to purchase your first home. Potential homebuyers are provided with valuable instruction on all important pre-purchase decisions and how to qualify for a home loan in this informative, interactive workshop.
What You Will Learn:

The Importance of Budgeting
Mortgage Loan Process
The Home buying Process
Finding The Right Home
Identifying predatory lending
How Credit scores impact you
Down Payment Assistance

Certified by Housing Urban Development (HUD) to certify First Time Home Buyers
Funding Partners: Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Wakeland Corp, Union Bank, US Bank and City of Riverside
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Thanksgiving Basket Giveaway
2022-11-22 08:00 - 11:00 | Mission Heritage Plaza, 3933 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA, 92501, United States
Fair Housing Thanksgiving Giveaway will be located at the Mission Heritage Plaza.
You must pre-register starting October 12, 2022
Riverside & Jurupa Valley Residents (92501-92509)
Sign up by telephone only (951) 682-6581
Ask for Juanita (extension 103)
First Come First Served
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First Time Homebuyer Workshop - Spanish
2022-12-03 09:00 - 17:00 | Mission Heritage Plaza, 3933 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA, 92501, United States

Virtual Town Hall Series
2022-12-09 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
2022 Virtual Town Hall Series
Discussion, exchange experiences, knowledge, provide innovation, and learn about the latest topics in housing.
Topics

Discuss transitional housing for persons who are suffering from housing insecurity due to housing shortages, housing discrimination and stigmas often associated with persons who are or were formerly homeless.
Participants will also learn about identifying discriminatory housing practices so that all individuals are treated fairly and equally during the rental process.
Tell us what topics you want to learn about. Take our Town Hall Meeting topic survey

Virtual Town Hall Series
2022-12-12 13:00 - 14:00, 2022-12-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
2022 Virtual Town Hall Series
Discussion, exchange experiences, knowledge, provide innovation, and learn about the latest topics in housing.
Topics

Discussing the current rental housing challenges due to expiring rental housing assistance programs, evictions and to provide updates in the upcoming laws for 2023.
FHCRC will discuss best practices and strategies for housing providers to avoid housing discrimination based on source of income due to refusing programs such as Section 8 or other third-party assistance offered to renters. The ultimate goal for the Town Hall meetings is to provide an open a dialogue between housing professionals, service providers and the general public. In addition, FHCRC plans to provide education on identifying or prevent discriminatory housing practices so that all individuals are treated fairly and equally during the rental process.
Tell us what topics you want to learn about. Take our Town Hall Meeting topic survey

Virtual Town Hall Series
2022-12-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
2022 Virtual Town Hall Series
Discussion, exchange experiences, knowledge, provide innovation, and learn about the latest topics in housing.
Topics

Discuss room and board options for persons who are extremely low income, often homeless or displaced due to a mental or physical disability.
FHCRC will also discuss how housing discrimination impacts room and boards because of NIMBYism
Tell us what topics you want to learn about. Take our Town Hall Meeting topic survey

First Time Homebuyer Workshop
2023-02-11 09:00 - 17:00 | Fair Housing Council of Riverside Main Office, 3933 Mission Inn Ave, Riverside, CA, 92501, United States
RSVP Required: http://bit.ly/3FVYTLH +1-951-682-6581 ext152 or gjarrin@fairhousing.net
If you dream of owning your own home, attend our free workshop and you will learn the steps required to purchase a home, including how to qualify for first-time homebuyer benefits and programs. Learn how to access various city, county and state programs to cover most of the costs you will be faced with to purchase your first home. Potential homebuyers are provided with valuable instruction on all important pre-purchase decisions and how to qualify for a home loan in this informative, interactive workshop.
What You Will Learn:

The Importance of Budgeting
Mortgage Loan Process
The Home buying Process
Finding The Right Home
Identifying predatory lending
How Credit scores impact you
Down Payment Assistance

Certified by Housing Urban Development (HUD) to certify First Time Home Buyers
Funding Partners: Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Wakeland Corp, Union Bank, US Bank and City of Riverside
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First Time Homebuyer Workshop (SPANISH)
2023-02-25 09:00 - 17:00 | Fair Housing Council of Riverside Main Office, 3933 Mission Inn Ave, Riverside, CA, 92501, United States

Legacy Builders Awards
2023-02-26 14:00 - 17:00 | Marriott Riverside, 3400 Market Street, Riverside, CA, 92501, United States
Legacy Builders recognizes and honors accomplished leaders/couples making a difference in the Riverside community and impacting our city through community service. We invite you to join us as we pay tribute to Dell and Carmen Roberts, Dr. Angelo and Vessy Farooq, Dwight Tate and Kathy Wright, and Ofelia and Ley Yeager.
Throughout Inland Southern California, the good works of our honorees are visible when you see the monuments of those who fought for Civil Rights within the region. Their ongoing commitment to preserve the history of our Civil Rights is commendable. Their work for the enhancement of Arts and Culture within our city is ongoing as evidenced by the beauty that has ensued. They continue to make an impact in our region supporting and mentoring our young people, by organizing leadership classes, serving on school boards, and furthering job opportunities.
